Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2017 [HB-4311]
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Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2017 This bill amends the Defense Production Act of 1950 to expand the scope of "covered transaction" subject to the review of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). CFIUS analyzes the national security implications of foreign investment in the United States. A covered transaction includes: any merger, acquisition, or takeover that could result in foreign control of any U.S. business, the purchase or lease of real estate located in the United States that is in close proximity
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HB-4311: Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Hearings Held By The Subcommittee On Monetary Policy And Trade Prior To Referral. on 04/12/2018
Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act [S.2155]
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[Senior Citizens ]
[Student Loans ]
[Economic Development ]
[Investments ]
Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act TITLE I--IMPROVING CONSUMER ACCESS TO MORTGAGE CREDIT (Sec. 101) This bill amends the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) to allow a depository institution or credit union with assets below a specified threshold to forgo certain ability-to-pay requirements regarding residential mortgage loans. Specifically, those requirements are waived if a loan: (1) is originated by and retained by the institution, (2) complies with requirements regarding prepayment penalties and points and fees, and (3)
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S.2155: Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Angus King
Became Public Law No: 115-174. on 05/24/2018
STB Information Security Improvement Act [HB-4921]
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STB Information Security Improvement Act (Sec. 2) This bill requires the Surface Transportation Board to develop a timeline and plan to implement the recommendations of the Inspector General of the Department of Transportation in Report No. FI2018002 concerning information security.
HB-4921: STB Information Security Improvement Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Paul Mitchell
Became Public Law No: 115-269. on 10/16/2018
United States-Israel Security Assistance Authorization Act of 2018 [S.2497]
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United States-Israel Security Assistance Authorization Act of 2018 This bill extends security assistance to Israel. Specifically, it extends: foreign military financing assistance to Israel through FY2028, loan guarantees through FY2023, and authority for the war reserves stockpile through FY2023. The President may: enter into a cooperative agreement with Israel for research and joint production of anti-drone defense articles; conduct a joint assessment with Israel regarding which precision guided munitions Israel needs in a sustained armed confrontation
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S.2497: United States-Israel Security Assistance Authorization Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
On Motion To Suspend The Rules And Pass The Bill, As Amended Agreed To By Voice Vote. (text: Cr H8145-8146) on 09/12/2018
Creating An Online Platform For Instant 1099 Submissions Act [HB-5377]
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[Small Business ]
Creating An Online Platform For Instant 1099 Submissions Act This bill directs the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide taxpayers with online access to IRS resources and guidance that will allow them to: (1) prepare and file Forms 1099, (2) prepare Forms 1099 for distribution to recipients other than the IRS, and (3) create and maintain necessary taxpayer records. The IRS must ensure that the online services required by this bill: (1) are a supplement to, and not a replacement for, other services provided to taxpayers by the IRS; and (2) comply
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HB-5377: Creating An Online Platform For Instant 1099 Submissions Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Bishop
Introduced In House on 03/21/2018
IRS Information Technology Accountability Act [HB-5362]
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IRS Information Technology Accountability Act This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to establish the position of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Chief Information Officer (CIO) to be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of information technology for the IRS. The duties and responsibilities of the CIO include: ensuring that the information technology is secure and integrated, maintaining operational control of the information technology, being the principal advocate for the information technology needs of the IRS,
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HB-5362: IRS Information Technology Accountability Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Jackie Walorski
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr H3427) on 04/18/2018
Secure Elections Act [S.2593]
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Secure Elections Act This bill gives the Department of Homeland Security primary responsibility within the federal government for sharing information about election cybersecurity incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities with federal entities and election agencies. The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) shall establish an advisory panel of independent experts to develop guidelines on election cybersecurity, including standards for procuring, maintaining, testing, auditing, operating, and updating election systems. The EAC shall award election system
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S.2593: Secure Elections Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Rules And Administration. on 03/22/2018
To provide for a single point of contact at the Internal Revenue Service for the taxpayers who are victims of tax-related identity theft. [HB-5439]
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To provide for a single point of contact at the Internal Revenue Service for the taxpayers who are victims of tax-related identity theft. (Sec. 1) This bill requires the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide a single point of contact for any taxpayer whose tax return has been delayed or otherwise adversely affected due to tax-related identity theft. The single point of contact must track the taxpayer's case to completion and coordinate with other IRS employees to resolve case issues as quickly as possible. The single point of contact must consist
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HB-5439: To provide for a single point of contact at the Internal Revenue Service for the taxpayers who are victims of tax-related identity theft.
Sponsored by: Rep. John Lewis
Pursuant To The Provisions Of H. Res. 831, H.r. 5439 Is Laid On The Table. on 04/18/2018
You have voted HB-5439: To provide for a single point of contact at the Internal Revenue Service for the taxpayers who are victims of tax-related identity theft..
Legal Workforce Act [HB-3711]
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Legal Workforce Act This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish an employment eligibility verification system (EEVS), patterned after the E-Verify system. An employer shall attest, during the verification period and under penalty of perjury, that the employer has verified that an individual is not an unauthorized alien. An individual shall attest that he or she is a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the United States.
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HB-3711: Legal Workforce Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 10/25/2017
S.1761: Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018
Sponsored by: Sen. Richard Burr
By Senator Burr From Select Committee On Intelligence Filed Written Report. Report No. 115-151. Additional And Minority Views Filed. on 09/07/2017
Free File Permanence Act of 2017 [HB-3641]
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Free File Permanence Act of 2017 This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to continue to operate the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Free File Program. The program must work with state government agencies to enhance and expand the use of the program, while continuing to: provide free commercial-type online individual income tax preparation and electronic filing services to the lowest 70% of taxpayers by income; provide all taxpayers (regardless of income) with a basic, online electronic fillable forms utility; and work with the private sector
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HB-3641: Free File Permanence Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. David Valadao
Introduced In House on 08/04/2017
HB-3411: To establish in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration an Automated Driving System Cybersecurity Advisory Council to make recommendations regarding cybersecurity for the testing, deployment, and updating of automated driving systems.
Sponsored by: Rep. Ryan Costello
Referred To The Subcommittee On Digital Commerce And Consumer Protection. on 07/28/2017
You have voted HB-3411: To establish in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration an Automated Driving System Cybersecurity Advisory Council to make recommendations regarding cybersecurity for the testing, deployment, and updating of automated driving systems..
To amend chapter 301 of subtitle VI of title 49, United States Code, to require a cybersecurity plan for highly automated vehicles, and for other purposes. [HB-3407]
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To amend chapter 301 of subtitle VI of title 49, United States Code, to require a cybersecurity plan for highly automated vehicles, and for other purposes. This bill prohibits a manufacturer from selling, introducing into commerce, or importing into the United States any highly automated vehicle (i.e., equipped with an automated driving system that can perform the entire dynamic driving task on a sustained basis), unless the manufacturer has developed a cybersecurity plan for the vehicle.
HB-3407: To amend chapter 301 of subtitle VI of title 49, United States Code, to require a cybersecurity plan for highly automated vehicles, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. Yvette Clarke
Referred To The Subcommittee On Digital Commerce And Consumer Protection. on 07/28/2017
You have voted HB-3407: To amend chapter 301 of subtitle VI of title 49, United States Code, to require a cybersecurity plan for highly automated vehicles, and for other purposes..
Department of State Authorities Act, Fiscal Year 2018 [S.1631]
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Department of State Authorities Act, Fiscal Year 2018 This bill directs the Department of State to report to Congress regarding State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) reorganization plans. Any such plan shall preserve USAID's independence. The State Department is urged to establish an Office of Global Women's Issues. The bill: (1) establishes in the State Department a Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor and the position of Assistant Secretary for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs; and (2)
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S.1631: Department of State Authorities Act, Fiscal Year 2018
Sponsored by: Sen. Bob Corker
Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Corker With Amendments. Without Written Report. on 09/06/2017
SELF DRIVE Act Safely Ensuring Lives Future Deployment and Research In Vehicle Evolution Act [HB-3388]
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SELF DRIVE Act Safely Ensuring Lives Future Deployment and Research In Vehicle Evolution Act This bill establishes the federal role in ensuring the safety of highly automated vehicles by encouraging the testing and deployment of such vehicles. A "highly automated vehicle" is a motor vehicle, other than a commercial motor vehicle, that is equipped with an automated driving system capable of performing the entire dynamic driving task on a sustained basis. The bill preempts states from enacting laws regarding the design, construction, or performance
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HB-3388: SELF DRIVE Act Safely Ensuring Lives Future Deployment and Research In Vehicle Evolution Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Janice Schakowsky
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation. on 09/07/2017
New Collar Jobs Act of 2017 [HB-3393]
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[Small Business ]
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New Collar Jobs Act of 2017 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to establish an employee cybersecurity education tax credit, not to exceed $5,000 a year per employee, for an employer who incurs costs for an employee who earns a certificate or degree at the undergraduate or graduate level or an industry-recognized certification listed in the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education's Cybersecurity Workforce Framework. The Federal Acquisition Regulation is amended to provide a business that utilizes the employee cybersecurity education
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HB-3393: New Collar Jobs Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Lieu
Referred To The Subcommittee On Research And Technology. on 05/22/2018
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017 [HB-3359]
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[Infrastructure ]
[Public Safety ]
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to redesignate the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS's) National Protection and Programs Directorate as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. It transfers resources and responsibilities of the directorate to the agency. The agency shall be headed by the Director of National Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security. Its responsibilities shall include: leading cybersecurity and critical infrastructure security
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HB-3359: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. John Katko
Became Public Law No: 115-278. on 11/16/2018
Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act [HB-3364]
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[Human Rights ]
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[Finance ]
[Trade ]
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Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act Countering Iran's Destabilizing Activities Act of 2017 This bill directs the President to impose sanctions against: (1) Iran's ballistic missile or weapons of mass destruction programs, (2) the sale or transfer to Iran of military equipment or the provision of related technical or financial assistance, and (3) Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and affiliated foreign persons. The President may impose sanctions against persons responsible for violations of internationally recognized human
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HB-3364: Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Cohen
Became Public Law No: 115-44. on 08/02/2017